Book Review: “8 Weeks to Vibrant Health” by Dr. Hyla Cass

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  Ten years ago when I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder & Panic Disorder. I was lost, scared and felt so alone.  The only option I was given by my doctor was a handful of prescriptions and a pat on the back wishing me luck. Knowing that my first panic attack came out of … [Read more...]

Interesting Article: “20,000 ER Visits Linked to Energy Drinks”

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  New article this morning from ABC news about the epidemic of ER visits in the US caused by energy drinks. Click here to read the article. Take care of your body! ~Amy   … [Read more...]

Rainy Mood

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  Brain going a mile a minute today? This website has a free loop of a rain storm. I play it on my headphones and it's amazing how I can focus & relax while I work. Although I do have the occasional urge to crawl up on the couch for a nap. www.rainymood.com … [Read more...]

Need a Little Motivation?

This video is powerful!  I just love anything that has to do with normal people breaking through!  I thought I would share this video with you. Do you really want to stay struggling today or are you ready to emerge?  Watch this and then what's your excuse for not having a plan.   For me I … [Read more...]

Great Way to Occupy Your Brain

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  If you are really struggling you don't have interest in much.  It's a lot of work just to get up and moving.  If you really want some of that stuff in your brain to slow down the best thing is to fill it with new stuff.  I remember driving one day thinking "I wonder if there … [Read more...]

Set A Time To Worry

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Worry about stuff all the time?  Try setting a time to worry.  This helped my worried thoughts dwindle little by little.       · Pick a time of the day you are allowed to worry.  This might be 5 minutes or an hour. · Carry a small notbook in your purse/bag, … [Read more...]

How Are You Breathing?

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I have long suffered from being a shallow breather. I truly think this really increased my anxiety & reduced it when I changed my pattern. Here are a few symptoms of shallow breathing: blocked nose, sleep apnea, anxiety, fatigue and constipation. My goal this week is to watch my posture and … [Read more...]

Video Break: Take 5 minutes to relax!

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Well Fed: Great Paleo Cookbook! Weekly Giveaway Too!

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Please Welcome to The Coop: The Clothes Make The Girl - Melissa Joulwan Melissa's site The Clothes Make The Girl is one of my favorites!  As I continue to follow my journey to wellness I am always on the lookout for new tips/tools to add to my lifestyle.  Over the last year my family has … [Read more...]

Great Food!

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Yum!!! What are these? They are called Bora Bora Fireballs & I made them this weekend. Keep an eye out for our newest Coop Member - I can't wait to tell you all about her and her fabulous recipes. P.S. We are giving away a copy of her new book this week. I'll be posting later today! ~Amy … [Read more...]